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P!nk, Queen Latifah Honor Chicago's 30 Years on Broadway
8 Jun
Summary
- Stars like P!nk and Queen Latifah performed a Chicago musical medley.
- The performance celebrated 30 years of the musical's current Broadway revival.
- Chicago's revival opened in 1996, becoming Broadway's longest-running musical.
Radio City Music Hall buzzed with excitement during the 79th annual Tony Awards on Sunday, June 7, as a constellation of stars paid homage to the long-running musical Chicago. The celebratory performance featured a medley of the show's most recognizable tunes, performed by artists such as P!nk, Queen Latifah, Whitney Leavitt, Dylan Mulvaney, Alex Newell, and Julianne Hough.
Queen Latifah introduced the segment, passing the torch before Alex Newell delivered a powerful rendition of "When You're Good to Mama." The ensemble then launched into "Cell Block Tango," with each performer embodying the notorious murderesses with gusto. The electrifying performance culminated with P!nk's rendition of "All That Jazz," showcasing her theatrical flair and vocal prowess.
The vibrant tribute commemorated three decades of Chicago on Broadway. Although the original musical premiered in 1975, the current revival, which opened in 1996, has achieved remarkable longevity. It stands as the longest-running show presently on the Great White Way and holds the record for the longest-running musical revival in history, a testament to its enduring appeal.
